On this page, you can book flights from Kupang to Tambolaka. The 486 km flight operates approximately twice a week, requiring careful planning of your departure date.
Regular flights on this route are operated by Nam Air. Ticket prices are dynamic, so we recommend using the low-fare calendar and checking in advance how to get to the airport of departure and how to get from the airport to your destination.
The table shows direct flights Kupang → Tambolaka on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 1 h. Regular flights are operated by IndiGo. Departures from El Tari Airport airports, arrivals at Tambolaka Airport.
For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Kupang — Tambolaka by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 277 in y, and the most expensive are around AED 1,030 in b. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Kupang → Tambolaka, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 227 | low | May | AED 260 | medium | Sep | AED 302 | high |
| Feb | AED 222 | low | Jun | AED 293 | high | Oct | AED 265 | medium |
| Mar | AED 227 | low | Jul | AED 321 | high | Nov | AED 236 | low |
| Apr | AED 236 | low | Aug | AED 321 | high | Dec | AED 255 | medium |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The climate in Tambolaka is characterized by consistently high temperatures throughout the year. The hottest month is October, with highs around 29.3°C, while the peak of precipitation occurs in February, when the number of rainy days reaches 25—something to keep in mind when planning your trip.
Budget-friendly tickets on this route are more common in July, when minimum prices start AED 277. The most expensive period to travel is November, when the cost rises to AED 1,030, while at the beginning of the year, prices can reach AED 710.
July and September are the most balanced months for a trip: the weather remains dry, and prices stay affordable, starting AED 277. Flights are significantly more expensive at the end of the year and during the rainy season.
Regular air service between Kupang and Tambolaka is provided by Nam Air. On average, about 2 flights are operated per week, making this route quite popular and requiring attention to the schedule. To check specific departure days and times, please refer to the interactive list of carriers below.
Flights Kupang — Tambolaka depart from El Tari Airport and arrive at Tambolaka Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The distance between the cities is 486 km. A direct flight on a regional aircraft takes an average of about 1 hour, not including the time for pre-flight procedures.
The main carrier operating regular flights from Kupang to Tambolaka is Nam Air.
The most favorable fares are usually available when searching in advance. You can see the current price minimums and cost dynamics for the year ahead in the special calendar on this page.
All flights on this route arrive at Tambolaka Airport (TMC), which serves the northwestern part of Sumba Island.
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